# Data Protection Statement

At GRAIN100, we take the protection of your personal data very seriously. This Data Protection Statement informs you about the types of personal data collected when you use our website, grain100.com, and how we process, use, and protect that data.

## 1. Scope

1.1 The use of the grain100.com website is subject to this Data Protection Statement. GRAIN100 provides this service.

1.2 Protecting your personal data is essential to us, especially regarding your rights in connection with data processing. "Personal data" refers to information about specific or identifiable individuals, such as names, addresses, email addresses, and user data like IP addresses. We collect, process, and use your personal data in compliance with relevant laws.

## 2. Automated Data Collection and Processing by Your Browser

2.1 Our server automatically collects and temporarily saves the following information in server log files transmitted by your browser unless you deactivate this function:
- IP address of the requesting computer
- Client’s file request
- HTTP response code
- Volume of data transmitted
- Referrer URL
- Date and time of server request
- Browser type, version, and language
- Operating system

This data is not evaluated based on personal use and cannot be allocated to specific individuals.

2.2 Our website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service by Google Inc. It employs cookies, which are small text files saved on your computer to analyze website usage. The information collected is sent to a Google server in the U.S. If IP anonymization is activated, your IP address will be reduced before transmission. Google uses this data to evaluate website usage and compile reports. You can refuse cookies through your browser settings or download the opt-out plug-in [here](http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=en).

## 3. Collection and Processing of Data Provided Voluntarily

3.1 Providing personal data via email or our website is voluntary. We use this data to process our contractual relationship, conduct market research, or send advertisements, with your consent.

3.2 If you register in our online shop, we will save your account information to avoid re-entering it.

3.3 To subscribe to our newsletter, provide your email address and confirm your agreement to receive newsletters about products and campaigns. You can revoke this agreement at any time by contacting us at shop@grams100.com.

3.4 Your personal data will be saved only as long as necessary for the purpose provided. Upon contract fulfillment, data will be blocked and deleted according to legal regulations unless you consent to its use for other purposes.

## 4. Transmission to Third Parties

4.1 We do not transmit your personal data to third parties unless:
- You have given prior consent
- Required for fulfilling specific orders
- Required to comply with statutory obligations

4.2 Payment data may be shared with our partner Shopify Inc. to process payments. Your personal data will also be transmitted to necessary banks and credit card institutions.

4.3 Our newsletters are distributed via MailChimp, which stores email addresses and other information. MailChimp uses this data to send and evaluate newsletters and is certified under the US-EU Privacy Shield.

### a) Double Opt-In and Logging
Registration for our newsletter involves a double opt-in procedure, logging your registration for verification purposes.

### b) Statistical Survey and Analysis
Newsletters contain tracking pixels to gather information on technical performance and user engagement.

### c) Termination/Revocation
You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time. To do so, use the link at the bottom of the newsletter or email us.

## 5. Cookies

5.1 Our website uses cookies to learn about your preferences. Cookies do not contain personal data, and we do not merge cookie data with other sources.

5.2 Cookies do not harm your device and do not contain viruses. You can manage cookie settings in your browser, but doing so may limit functionality on our website.

## 6. Your Rights

6.1 You have the right to request information about your saved data at no cost.

6.2 You are entitled to correct, block, or delete your personal data. You can revoke your consent at any time.

6.3 For any inquiries or requests, please contact GRAIN100 in writing via email at shop@grams100.com.